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>> Hartsfield-Jackson expects a record total of 111 million passengers for 2019
Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport expects to handle a record 111 million passengers for 2019. Last year, a total of 107.4 million passengers passed through Hartsfield-Jackson, making it the world’s busiest airport measured by passenger counts, Airports Council International confirmed Monday with its official traffic report for 2018. Kevin Burke, President & CEO of Airports Council International - North America (ACI-NA) also commented on the growth of North American airports.

>> Funding for Jack Garland airport cleared for landing
Ontario’s government says it is “investing in infrastructure critical to local economic development, retaining existing jobs and creating new employment opportunities. Nipissing MPP Vic Fedeli announced an investment of more than $2.4 million for the Jack Garland Airport to repair and extend its cross-wind runway and approach light system.

>> Senate chairman worried ‘Real ID’ will shock air travelers
A post-9/11 law designed to keep people from using fake IDs to board airplanes is one year away from taking effect, but the chairman of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee worries that it’s destined to create “Y2K-type disruption” at the nation’s airports in October 2020.

>> Shreveport Regional Airport sees more flyers this summer
A new flight to Destin, Florida, larger planes and a couple of billboards have helped push more passengers to the Shreveport Regional Airport this summer. Airport officials say this has been their busiest summer since 2000.

>> Airport joins Restaurant Week with ‘Taste of SAN’ event for travelers
San Diego Restaurant Week doesn’t begin until Sunday, but travelers at San Diego International Airport will get a sneak peek with free tastings throughout the day on Wednesday and again on Sept. 26.

>> FAA chief to test out changes to Boeing 737 Max software in simulator
The new head of the Federal Aviation Administration is planning to test out Boeing’s software changes to its beleaguered 737 Max planes in a simulator this week, he said Monday. 
Related article: International Panel Set to Criticize FAA’s Approval Process for Boeing 737 MAX Jets

>> Norwegian given time as bondholders accept rescue plan
Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA's bondholders have overwhelming accepted a plan for delayed repayment in a meeting today. The move gives Norwegian's management extra time to turn around the fortunes of the troubled airline.